Model year
2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo
NHTSA lists 4 recalls and 230 complaints for the 2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (recall file dated Oct 23, 2026; complaint file dated Oct 23, 2026). The components listed on the most complaints are ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (85), ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL (62), ENGINE (23). NHTSA star ratings from before model year 2011 use an older method and are not shown here. EPA rates it 20–22 mpg combined depending on configuration (fuel economy file dated Sep 29, 2026). EPA's annual fuel-cost figures for these configurations are $3,050–$4,100, based on 15,000 miles and 55% city driving.
- 2001 276 complaints
- 2002 230 complaints
- 2003 158 complaints
- 2004 230 complaints
- 2005 120 complaints
- 2006 113 complaints
- 2007 42 complaints
Recalls
15V701000 · Oct 26, 2015
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 1998-1999 Chevrolet Lumina and Oldsmobile Intrigue, 1997-2004 Buick Regal and Pontiac Grand Prix, 2000-2004 Chevrolet Impala, and 1998-2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vehicles. The affected vehicles were previously repaired…
15V201000 · Apr 6, 2015
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
General Motors LLC (GM) notified the agency on April 2, 2015, that they are is recalling certain model year 2004 Buick Regal vehicles manufactured April 9, 2003, to June 1, 2003, 2004 Chevrolet Impala vehicles manufactured April 8, 2003, to June 23, 2003, and 2004 Chevrolet…
14V400000 · Jul 3, 2014
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION
This defect can affect the safe operation of the airbag system. Until this recall is performed, customers should remove all items from their key rings, leaving only the ignition key. The key fob (if applicable), should also be removed from the key ring. General Motors LLC (GM)…
04V287000 · Jun 23, 2004
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES WERE PRODUCED WITH LOWER THAN SPECIFIED TORQUE ON BOTH FRONT BRAKE CALIPER TO STEERING KNUCKLE ATTACHMENT BOLTS. WITH IMPROPER TORQUE, THE CLAMP LOAD AT THE JOINT MAY NOT BE ADEQUATE TO PREVENT MOVEMENT BETWEEN THE CALIPER BRACKET AND KNUCKLE.
Complaints
230 distinct complaints. Crash flag on 5, fire flag on 11, injury field 9, deaths field 0. A complaint can be counted under more than one component. The injury and death figures are the file's numbers (the highest value on each complaint, then added), not a separate verified count of people.
Investigations
No investigations are matched to this name.
Safety ratings
NHTSA star ratings from before model year 2011 use an older method and are not shown here.
Fuel economy
| Configuration | Fuel | City | Hwy | Comb | kWh/100 mi | Range | Annual fuel cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monte Carlo · 3.4L · Automatic 4-spd · Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 19 | 29 | 22 | — | — | $3,050 |
| Monte Carlo · 3.8L · Automatic 4-spd · Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 18 | 28 | 21 | — | — | $3,200 |
| Monte Carlo · 3.8L · Automatic 4-spd · Front-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 16 | 26 | 20 | — | — | $4,100 |
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Check a vehicle
This page is not a VIN lookup. NHTSA's recall tool checks a specific vehicle: nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's page for this model year is 2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo at NHTSA. Complaint narratives stay on NHTSA's site and are not copied here.